Harvest Bartender

THE RANCH AT LAGUNA BEACH • Laguna Beach, CA

2d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Take food and beverage orders from guests in a friendly, enthusiastic, professional, and timely manner according to Ranch LB standards. Prepare drinks for the guests and servers, ensure the proper materials and supplies are on hand, and talk to guests. Ensure that minors and intoxicated persons are not served alcoholic beverages. Act as the cashier for the servers when necessary. Provide guests with the best possible service skills and charm, while maintaining a professional distance using FORBES and the Ranch at Laguna Beach standards. Make all beverages to The Ranch standards and specifications. Maintain the cleanliness of the bar area through disposing of all waste, clearing and cleaning all glassware, and wiping down bar and preparation areas. Provide opening and closing inventory of spirits. Fill out requisitions and all necessary paperwork at the end of each shift. Assist in the creation of seasonal craft cocktails upon the approval of the General Manager, Director of Food & Beverage, Executive Chef and Managers.

Requirements

• High school or equivalent education required.
• Must be of minimum age to pour and serve alcohol.
• One year of high-volume bar experience required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• The ideal candidate will have worked at a fine dining level for one to two years, preferably in a hotel or resort environment.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per The Ranch standards.
• Must be able to make requested alcoholic drinks.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess basic computational ability.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Ability to describe all menu items and methods of preparation, and use suggestive selling techniques to encourage guests to choose items that are house specialties.
• Ability to notify management of any inappropriate behavior from the guest, such as intoxication.
• Knowledge of The Ranch operations, its services, and facilities.
• Must have a strong knowledge of wine, beer, liquors, waters, and drink preparation.
• Must know all applicable health standards.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations, and The Ranch policy regarding serving alcohol to minors and intoxicated patrons.
• Excellent customer service skills, ability to organize and prioritize work, solve problems, and make rational decisions.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience preferred.
• The ideal candidate will have worked at a fine dining level for one to two years, preferably in a hotel or resort environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drinks for the guests and servers, ensure the proper materials and supplies are on hand, and talk to guests.
• Ensure that minors and intoxicated persons are not served alcoholic beverages.
• Act as the cashier for the servers when necessary.
• Provide guests with the best possible service skills and charm, while maintaining a professional distance using FORBES and the Ranch at Laguna Beach standards.
• Make all beverages to The Ranch standards and specifications.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the bar area through disposing of all waste, clearing and cleaning all glassware, and wiping down bar and preparation areas.
• Provide opening and closing inventory of spirits.
• Fill out requisitions and all necessary paperwork at the end of each shift.
• Assist in the creation of seasonal craft cocktails upon the approval of the General Manager, Director of Food & Beverage, Executive Chef and Managers.
• Assist servers and other bartenders when necessary.
• Participate in the deep cleaning of the restaurant.

Benefits

• Discount packages include: Free golf (based on availability), discounted pet insurance, discounted tickets to Disneyland, Universal Studios, Knotts Berry Farm and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED